Is ST9 0BQ a safe place to live?

Yes, ST9 0BQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 24 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in ST9 0BQ?

The average property price in ST9 0BQ is currently around £168k.

What is the population of ST9 0BQ?

The population for the ST9 0BQ area is approximately 272 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Staffordshire Moorlands, West Midlands

THE BUNTING, ST9 0BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE BUNTING, ST9 0BQ.

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Population

272

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,700 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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7/10

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4/10

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6/10

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1/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates ST9 0BQ — age 46, 84% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £168k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 41.9% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

ST9 0BQ is a safe, established residential area on The Bunting, 0.2km from Wetley Rocks in Staffordshire Moorlands. Administratively it sits within Cheddleton ward and the Staffordshire Moorlands constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 41.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for ST9 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00151817 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for ST9 0BQ. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%

Asian / British Asian1.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 170,000

2 sales · Mean £ 170,000

Detached

£ 165,000

1 sales · Mean £ 165,000

Semi-Detached

£ 250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 250,000

Flat

£ 123,500

1 sales · Mean £ 123,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

ST9 0BQ has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6

Anti-social behaviour4

Public order3

Other theft3

Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

St John's CofE Primary School

Good190 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Powys Arms0.3 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Lodge Farm Equestrian Centre0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Longton7.9 km
Blythe Bridge8.1 km
Stoke-On-Trent9.3 km

Bus Stops

Mill Lane0.1 km
Plough Bank0.1 km
Plough Bank0.1 km
Mill Lane0.1 km
Chapel Close0.2 km